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Highlights

  • Double pane windows
  • Quiet location
  • Vintage building
  • Heat
  • Gas stove
  • Off street

Location

2508 Ridge Rd, Berkeley, CA 94709, USA|Northside
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Property Overview

2508 Ridge Road offers excellent overall value with an expert Zumper rating of 8.6/10, highlighted by a perfect 10/10 price rating and strong scores for amenities, location, and trustworthiness. Renters can expect quiet living in a vintage building with double pane windows, heat, a gas stove, and off-street options, along with above-average value for money compared to similar properties in the area.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 2508 Ridge Road is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2508 Ridge Road has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

studioStudio1 bathOpen House: January 11, 2026 - 02:00PM to 02:30PM Studio unit in located in separate 4 plex at rear of property Updated Bathroom Beautiful vintage hardwood floors Double pane windows Common front door, also private rear entrance Laundry located in basement of building Vintage building with lovely details Amazing light Quiet due to off street location Gas stove and heat Coin laundry on-site Close to Campus Northside
1/11 bed1 bath

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Amenities for 2508 Ridge Road

Apartment Amenities

Water and Garbage Included

Appliances

Gas RangeRange
Refrigerator

Building

Onsite Laundry

Other

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About 2508 Ridge Road

HomeApartments in BerkeleyNorthside 2508 Ridge Road

- Open House: January 11, 2026 - 02:00PM to 02:30PM Studio unit in located in separate 4 plex at rear of property Updated Bathroom Beautiful vintage hardwood floors Double pane windows Common front door, also private rear entrance Laundry located in basement of building Vintage building with lovely details Amazing light Quiet due to off street location Gas stove and heat Coin laundry on-site Close to Campus Northside


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 2508 Ridge Road is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2508 Ridge Road has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 2508 Ridge Road
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
2508 Ridge Road offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
2508 Ridge Road goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including online maintenance portal. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 2508 Ridge Road receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
2508 Ridge Road is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 2508 Ridge Road does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
2508 Ridge Road provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

2508 Ridge Road is great for:

Work-from-home

  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 6 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 2508 Ridge Road compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Northside

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Northside
Berkeley
A table of studio rental data trends in Berkeley
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,895
June 2024$1,826
July 2024$1,823
August 2024$1,888
September 2024$1,861
October 2024$1,897
November 2024$1,870
December 2024$1,909
January 2025$1,980
February 2025$1,983
March 2025$1,990
April 2025$1,960
May 2025$1,924
June 2025$1,922
July 2025$1,898
August 2025$1,895
September 2025$1,871
October 2025$1,892
November 2025$1,900
December 2025$1,889
January 2026$1,895
February 2026$1,889
March 2026$1,948
April 2026$1,961
A table of studio rental data trends in Northside
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,080
June 2024$2,065
July 2024$2,148
August 2024$2,087
September 2024$2,095
October 2024$2,059
November 2024$1,998
December 2024$1,995
January 2025$2,047
February 2025$2,024
March 2025$2,105
April 2025$2,050
May 2025$2,000
June 2025$2,000
July 2025$1,998
August 2025$1,985
September 2025$1,940
October 2025$2,000
November 2025$2,000
December 2025$2,000
January 2026$2,160
February 2026$2,173
March 2026$2,345
April 2026$2,245

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berkeley, CA, 94705

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830 regal rd

berkeley, CA, 94708

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Getting around Berkeley near 2508 Ridge Rd

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 2508 Ridge Rd, Berkeley

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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